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America Cardona
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
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America Cardona

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S (she, her)

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Desoto, TX 75115
Let's Connect (469) 995-8650
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You’re holding it together on the outside—but inside, you’re overwhelmed, anxious, plain tired. Maybe you’re grieving, burned out, or carrying trauma that’s never had a voice. You might be the strong one, the helper, the perfectionist, the one who gets things done—but now, you’re the one who needs space to just be. My clients are people who’ve carried too much for too long. First responders, caregivers, creatives, teens, women navigating life, adults unpacking childhood trauma, anyone trying to find peace in chaos. Are you ready to feel grounded again, understand your patterns, set boundaries, and stop living on emotional autopilot
I specialize in the messy, complex, and deeply human work of helping people untangle trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, and identity wounds. Someone who’s just tired of feeling like too much—not enough— a survivor, or a First responder; I’m here to walk beside you through the mental chaos until clarity begins to rise from the confusion.
Healing in a world that doesn’t always play by the rules. I want to help create a space where mental wellness meets lived experience, cultural identity is honored, and every part of you is welcome—especially the ones that feel the most “mad.” Because in this space, you make sense. And you are always welcome at the table
Call or America Cardona now for a free 15 minute consultation - (469) 995-8650

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Desoto, TX 75115

(469) 995-8650
Website
I offer therapy sessions online. Stay in the comfort of your home or take the call in another safe place while traveling in Texas.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Depression and Life Transitions 
$145 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and families  
Let's Connect (469) 995-8650
Photo of Ameri Cardona - America Cardona, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Desoto, TX 75115

(469) 995-8650
Website
I offer therapy sessions online. Stay in the comfort of your home or take the call in another safe place while traveling in Texas.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Depression and Life Transitions 
$145 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $145
  • Couple Sessions $180

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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You can book your session through my headway link. Out of network? We can do Super-bills to help with reimbursements. Bundle and save? Ask about 4 sessions for $320 cash. Please reach out with any questions you have.
Photo of Ameri Cardona - America Cardona, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
America Cardona
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (469) 995-8650
"
You can book your session through my headway link. Out of network? We can do Super-bills to help with reimbursements. Bundle and save? Ask about 4 sessions for $320 cash. Please reach out with any questions you have.
Photo of Ameri Cardona - America Cardona, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
America Cardona
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (469) 995-8650

Qualifications

    Clinical Social Work/Therapist: America Cardona

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Texas / 55934 America Cardona
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 14 years
  • Attended University of Texas in Arlington, 2007, Graduated 2011
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from EMDR Institute 2018
  • Certificate from Trauma Support Services of North Texas Intermittent Trauma Care Cert / 2021
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I have over 12 years experience working with teens, adults and families who are in a storm and I rehab your negative voices. Not all storms come to disrupt your life, some come to clear your path.
Photo of Ameri Cardona - America Cardona, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
America Cardona
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (469) 995-8650
"
I have over 12 years experience working with teens, adults and families who are in a storm and I rehab your negative voices. Not all storms come to disrupt your life, some come to clear your path.
Photo of Ameri Cardona - America Cardona, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
America Cardona
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (469) 995-8650

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Depression
  • Life Transitions

Expertise

  • 1st Generational Trauma
  • Anxiety
  • Autism
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Body Image
  • Career Counseling
  • Child
  • Chronic Pain
  • Coping Skills
  • Developmental Disorders
  • Dissociative Disorders (DID)
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Infertility
  • Infidelity
  • LGBTQ+
  • Mexican American Culture
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Parenting
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self-Harming
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Women's Issues
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Many people come to counseling when they realize what they used to do to help themselves has stopped working; I work with individuals who are depressed, anxious and suffer from childhood trauma or stigmatized belief system they inherited. I work with individuals who are ready to break those chains.
Photo of Ameri Cardona - America Cardona, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
America Cardona
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (469) 995-8650
"
Many people come to counseling when they realize what they used to do to help themselves has stopped working; I work with individuals who are depressed, anxious and suffer from childhood trauma or stigmatized belief system they inherited. I work with individuals who are ready to break those chains.
Photo of Ameri Cardona - America Cardona, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
America Cardona
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (469) 995-8650

Endorsement

Litza Christina Bodden
Litza Christina Bodden
Licensed Professional CounselorMALPC-S
America's authenticity, kindness, & clinical insight shine. She creates a safe, affirming space where clients feel heard, seen, & supported. With compassion and wisdom, she empowers growth, resilience, & meaningful healing that leads to lasting change.

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Family

Communities

Gay Allied
Immuno-disorders
Lesbian Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Family

Communities

Gay Allied
Immuno-disorders
Lesbian Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Eclectic
  • Family Systems
  • Feminist
  • Gestalt
  • Humanistic
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Multicultural
  • Person-Centered
  • Positive Psychology
  • Prolonged Exposure Therapy
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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In your first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and then decide the most appropriate ways to help you make progress. My skill set is eclectic from CBT, DBT, Narrative, Solution Focus, EMDR and always trauma informed.
Photo of Ameri Cardona - America Cardona, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
America Cardona
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (469) 995-8650
"
In your first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and then decide the most appropriate ways to help you make progress. My skill set is eclectic from CBT, DBT, Narrative, Solution Focus, EMDR and always trauma informed.
Photo of Ameri Cardona - America Cardona, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
America Cardona
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (469) 995-8650

Groups

Location

Primary Location

Desoto, TX 75115

(469) 995-8650
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I offer therapy sessions online. Stay in the comfort of your home or take the call in another safe place while traveling in Texas.
Photo of Ameri Cardona - America Cardona, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
America Cardona
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Call for a free consultation now - (469) 995-8650
"
I offer therapy sessions online. Stay in the comfort of your home or take the call in another safe place while traveling in Texas.
Photo of Ameri Cardona - America Cardona, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
America Cardona
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Call for a free consultation now - (469) 995-8650